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Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

3.4 (356 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Steak and grilled shrimp, Loaded baked potato
Gabriel D.

I ordered the 6 oz steak and grilled Shrimp with a loaded baked potato and ceaser salad. They give you a croissant and mad is it good! Service is good and ambiance is good for a casual spot or date night. Grilled shrimp brings a chili sauce that's good as well. I will be back

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Dave T.

This was the first time we had been in the Port Charlotte. Very nice decor, huge fish take by entrance with fresh water chilids. Was very clean inside. Our waiter was very nice and answered any of our questions we had. We received 2 complimentary honey butter croissants. They were good, but a little sweet for my taste. We ordered fried chicken strips with a steak $19.99, and I had the key west chicken and shrimp $15.49. Food came out fast. Was very good. As my sides I had steamed broccoli and rice and beans, both were good. The shrimp were a little overcooked and dry, but were ok. It's worth a try.

Jeff W.

Been here couple times now. Really like the place. Food is very good and the service is good also. Menu selection is varied. Food really must be scratch as it is fresh and delicious. My daughter's like to go here, so I guess I'll be going some more.

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Marci N.

Excellent food, great service by Joe.. I forget about this place. Really enjoyed my lunch in a laid back relaxed atmosphere.. Loved the Sangria... Ribs fell of the bone ( sampled some of my husbands lunch). Fresh salads , complimentary bread was luscious... Gotta go

Chicken Tenders & Shrimp
Osman C.

Cheddars is always great for a family on a budget. They give great portions and their food is genuinely tasty. We ordered a variety of food and our server was quick and attentive. They also gave great drink specials like $5 Tito's and more. Would definitely recommend.

This was the best croissant I ever had I could not stop eating it Yum five stars
Leah W.

This was so good it tasted like a strudel. I love the croissant overall five stars loved it.

not impressed with this gravy
Roxanne H.

well, I didn't have the best experience, but it was definitely not the worst. The atmosphere of the restaurant was nice. my husband, I ordered the full slab of ribs and overall they were good. There was some dry spots, but it still wasn't bad. I would order them again. The service wasn't as good however. Water is not refilled,condiments not brought to the table, but the normal, where they try to make up at the end of the meal by saying something nice. It was a little bit too late for us. We did tip we always do no matter what, but it was a standard, 15% and we were a little grouchy about it. Will we go back, absolutely! You always want to give somebody a second chance to make a good first impression.

Nice view while waiting for a table.
Aileen R.

The restaurant reminds me of an olive garden. Wait time was about 25 min at 830pm, party of 5. Sat us at a booth n Steven waited on us. He provided excellent service. Lightly frosted croissants was brought out to us. I ordered the chicken pot pie (looked good on the menu) with a caesar salad and a blue moon. My food was good, just the right amount of chicken. Everyone was blah about their food. I would certainly go again. I didn't know they had one in my neighborhood.

Buffalo Chicken Wrapper
Jacki B.

We went to Cheddar's for an early dinner on Sunday night and we're seated immediately. Parker was our server, and he went over and above to provide excellent service through out our meal! The warm croissants with honey butter were a great start to the meal, and we shared the coconut shrimp appetizer. It was tasty but a small serving for $10. On the other hand, the meal portions were very large! I ordered the Buffalo chicken wrappers, and it was basically two full wraps! The others I was with ordered the salmon and the chicken pot pie, and we all had leftovers for lunch the next day.

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It's just ok, if you have to eat I suppose it's calories and you won't leave hungry. It's super mid, the only saving Grace was the croissant

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2 months ago

Food and service were very good! Plenty of food and friendly service. Will go back in the future.

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Excellent service and great food, and plenty of it. Prices were reasonable too. I liked this place.

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Good comfort food. Reasonable prices Excellent service This is one of our go to restaurants in the area

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Farmer's Market Restaurant - Country Fried Chicken

Farmer's Market Restaurant

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It's busy here! But still so friendly and nice! And filled with country charm! Now about the food!…read more Coffee is excellent! A pleasure! We tried a few things for brunch and loved all of them! The catfish was excellent as well as the old country favorite- chicken fried steak! We also really loved the biscuits and corn bread. The sides were out standing as well! We had macaroni and cheese, fried okra, sweet potato soufflé and collard greens. Each one was perfect! We really loved this place and would be delighted to return anytime!

Came here with family after seeing all the photos online of the home cooking! It was delicious. I…read morehad the meatloaf. It was tender and seasoned perfectly. Wow, big serving too! The mashed potatoes and gravy were also just what I was looking for. The other side I chose was corn fritters - just ok but perfectly fine, although more batter to corn ratio would have made them more desirable. Hubby had the chicken fried chicken and he loved it and his sides of potatoes and mac n cheese. Our family had fried chicken and they thought it was crispy outside, fried well and juicy inside. They also ordered a grilled ham and cheese with a side salad. Didn't get a ton of feedback on the meal but the plate was pretty well cleaned off when we got up! Our waitress was fast, efficient and really sweet. She quickly brought to go containers for our food and drinks. The ambiance of the restaurant gave it a very homey and rural feel, which was just fine with us. It sits nexts to the state farmers market which was not running during our visit. However it was still busy when we sat down to eat at 2 pm. Recommend it!

Salty Papa's Shrimp House - Charleston Chicken & Grits Extra Spicy Ghost Pepper

Salty Papa's Shrimp House

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Salty Papa (a boat builder) ran a strict program with specific instructions when he heard wind of…read morehis family was opening up a restaurant. 1. Serve only fresh, local and regional seafood from the U.S! 2. If it is shrimp, it will be Pink Gulf shrimp and none other! 3. No menu item will be made from pre-made or frozen products! 4. If the recipe is from the South it is good for the mouth! These aren't just rules; they are the words of a real individual who believed in a simple philosophy: "Give them the freshest food, prepared with care, and they will keep coming back. Above all, make every meal a celebration!" Salty Papa We are pleased to report that the family legacy is alive and well. The quality is unmistakable; when you refuse to compromise on standards, it shows in every dish. Walking in, you truly feel as though you've stepped onto a boat. The rustic nautical theme perfectly embodies Florida living, and located right before the Fort Myers Beach bridge, it's the perfect dinner destination after a day on the water. Upon walking in, you truly feel like you've stepped into his personal Shrimp House. The ambiance makes you feel as if you are right aboard the boat, with a rustic nautical theme that perfectly embodies Florida living. Located right before the Fort mYERS beach bridge would make a excellent stop after a day at the beach. "The drink menu offered just as much variety as the kitchen. We started with the Dirty Arnold Palmer--crisp, refreshing, and done exactly right. Next was the Gator Bayou Water, which was greener than duckweed! (If you don't know what duckweed is, join the club; we had to look it up ourselves to verify the drink perfectly matched that vibrant, green aquatic hue.) To round out the assortment, we enjoyed a classic Mango Margarita and the Blue Mermaid, which tasted like a refreshing, iced blue piña colada. Whether you're looking for a classic or something adventurous, they have a signature sip for every mood. From their Peel & Eat Shrimp with an assortment of signature flavors (We got the Keylime sunset butter!!) to the standout Papa's Famous Charleston Shrimp & Grits, the variety is endless. Whether you want it fried, grilled, blackened, covered, or wrapped, they have mastered every possible variation. To start we enjoyed crispy, crunchy, pillowy hushpuppies that immediately took a dive into the housemade remoulade. For the entree the coconut crusted chicken with their pinacolada sauce, it was an elevated chicken strip with a tropical touch. As well as their hickory bacon wrapped shrimped basted with their bbq brushed with care But the hospitality doesn't stop there--there is truly something for everyone. They even offer a 'doggie menu' for those enjoying the patio, making it a genuinely family-friendly destination. In Southwest Florida, it's rare to find a spot that balances high-quality seafood with such a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere. Thank you to our amazing servers Stacy D & Pedro! We will be back!

Over an ok experience allow me to do a deep dive on why such a bad review. I went to the…read moreestablishment for a late lunch w/ mom she ordered fried oysters no problem I ordered fresh 1/2 dozen no problem. I also ordered hog fish * a Fl delicacy described as follows: Considered superior in taste and texture, often marketed as the "filet mignon of the sea". Well folks I was served tilapia and charged $28 for a $7 dollar dish. I hope the owner is reading this because you know it's dead wrong. I questioned the waitress Staci because I know this was bogus. Not her fault she does not run the kitchen. I did tell her I planned on reviewing the experience...... after 2 bites I took the food to go so I could prove that they knowingly price gouge customers. I was shocked to learn that misrepresenting fish in FL is considered a food violation and a finable offense....now i have evidence so let's see where this goes. Anyway guys when you go to Salty Papa order chicken wings and cheap drinks others they will try to scam you. See pics of tilapia vs their hogfish *same cheap fish. Also adding pics of real delicacy. This place is a fraud. Owner left a very aggressive response. Not sure why when you got your $28 and I left my phone number. No need to be Sassy if you are really customer satisfaction tag you're it. Enjoy your weekend!

Ella Mae's Diner

Ella Mae's Diner

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We came here as a party of 7 for Mother's Day brunch! We sat outside and even on a 91 degree day,…read moreit wasn't too terribly hot. They were packed and they were doing their best to get people in and out! It would be legit if they added big ceiling fans to the outside seating area for days like this to keep the air circulating. We got a variety of dishes: the chicken fried pork tenderloin, eggs Benedict, chicken & waffles, the kids pancakes, the kids breakfast sandwich, and fried okra to share! Everything was fresh, hot, and fantastic. The only thing I don't recommend is the kids breakfast sandwich. It is just eggs on white bread! My favorite was the chicken & waffles. My kids ate half of it, it was that good! Our service was amazing from both the hostess and our server. I definitely recommend and would come back in a heartbeat. Even though we didn't get to sit inside, we went in to look around and it's super adorable. I love the ambiance of an old fashioned diner, especially the bar that overlooks the busy kitchen!

Had just checked into hotel and got to the restaurant around 1pm. Had not eaten anything yet and…read morewas surprised that they still offered both breakfast and lunch. Menu was super clean! Love that! Decided on lunch. The order: grilled fish sandwich with extra lettuce; a side of Mac and cheese (how can you not get Mac and cheese at a diner? It is what diners are to be judged on!!); and a piece of banana cream pie Probably one of the best grilled fish sandwiches I've ever had. It had the lettuce, some coleslaw to keep it interesting and a piece of fresh grilled fish. The Mac and cheese was death row meal worthy! Loved the banana cream pie too! My waiter Avery steered me right on the selection. Went back another day for lunch. I had the fish on the Ellie Mae salad and it was good. And the key lime pie. Avery waited on me both times and is a gem! Very pleasant, attentive, and dead in with his suggestions. Wish I could return! Need to try the breakfast!!

Three Fishermen Seafood Restaurant - Salmon with baked potatoe

Three Fishermen Seafood Restaurant

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We were staying at the Best Western Ft. Myers Waterfront, and this restaurant is on the premises…read morebetween 2 tall hotel buildings. The restaurant also hosts breakfast for the hotel. We were seated promptly on a recent Thursday evening, and scored a table overlooking the water. The restaurant wasn't remotely busy. Service was good, and we didn't feel rushed. I had the blackened salmon (8 oz) with 2 included sides, slaw and a baked potato. While there's a choice of sides, quite a few (including ones I might have chosen) have upcharges. My husband had fish & chips. Beer and house wine are reasonably priced. There are plenty of menu choices, including seafood boils priced by the half pound. My baked potato only came with sour cream; I had to ask for butter. I enjoyed the meal; the portion size was just right. My husband says his fish & chips dinner was among the best he'd ever had. The parking area for the restaurant is also used for hotel occupants. There's a dock leading to the restaurant from the back. This is a nice,casual place to grab a seafood dinner and enjoy the view.

Location: Three Fisherman Seafood is a delightful discovery…read moresituated within the Best Western Hotel that offers a romantic water front view. Hostess/greeting: Aliceson, who sat us at our booth was also our waitress, she was pleasant and delivered excellent customer service. Food: My wife settled on the salmon which she stated it wasn't bad which came with a baked potato and vegetables. I decided on the Captain's Fry Basket, which included fries. The assortment of two pieces of fish, calamari, shrimp, and two hush puppies was quite generous. Water front View: It is truly remarkable and exceptionally beautiful. The view of Downtown Ft. Myers, with the two bridges in the background, was absolutely awe-inspiring. As we sat, we observed several boats approaching the dock; their owners secured them and proceeded into the restaurant. My personal experience was exceptional, earning a perfect 5 out of 5 stars.

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